Golden Coast Senior Living #2

    25451 Adriana, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691
    4.7 · 3 reviews
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Clean grounds, attentive staff, happier

    I moved my mom to Golden Coast Senior Living and I'm grateful — the grounds are lovely and the facility is clean. The family-run place, led by an RN owner, has knowledgeable, attentive staff (our main caregiver stood out), handled dialysis dietary needs and transportation well, and claimed fresh food — my mom has gained weight and is much happier. They run a tight ship, but it’s pricey with some extra charges; still far better than her previous facility.

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    4.67 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Clean facility
    • RN owner providing professional oversight
    • Family-run business
    • Friendly caretakers
    • Attentive main caregiver
    • Resident weight gain and improved well-being
    • Residents appear happier and grateful
    • Preferred over previous facility
    • Pleasant surroundings
    • Helpful, knowledgeable staff
    • Accommodates dialysis-related dietary needs
    • Arranged transportation
    • Reported fresh food
    • Well-managed ('runs a tight ship')

    Cons

    • High price
    • Extra charges/fees

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is clearly positive, with several consistent themes highlighting quality of care, competent staff, and good facility upkeep. Reviewers repeatedly describe Golden Coast Senior Living #2 as clean, well-managed, and family-run with an RN owner, which contributes to confidence in medical oversight and operational competence. Multiple mentions of an attentive main caregiver and friendly caretakers indicate personalized, hands-on attention that has produced observable health improvements in at least one resident (noted weight gain and increased happiness).

    Care quality and staff performance are among the strongest themes. The presence of an RN owner is repeatedly noted and taken as a sign of professional oversight. Reviewers explicitly report that primary caregivers are attentive and that staff are helpful and knowledgeable. Concrete outcomes — such as a resident gaining weight and expressing greater happiness — support the subjective impressions of good caregiving. The characterization of staff as both friendly and competent suggests a balance of warm, person-centered care and clinically informed management.

    Facility, cleanliness, and environment are also consistently praised. Descriptions of the site as "nice and clean" with "pleasant surroundings" point to a comfortable, well-maintained physical environment. This contributes to the overall impression that the place is safe, orderly, and suitable for residents who need a supportive daily living environment. The phrase "runs a tight ship" used by reviewers reinforces the perception of disciplined, consistent operations and attention to detail.

    Dining and medical-diet accommodations appear positive but with limited detail. Reviewers report "fresh food" (noted as a claimed attribute) and specifically praise the facility’s ability to accommodate dialysis-related dietary needs. That combination — attention to meal quality plus tailored dietary accommodations — is important for residents with chronic conditions. However, the reviews do not provide extensive specifics about meal variety, frequency, or resident satisfaction beyond the dialysis accommodation and the general report of fresh food.

    Management, structure, and logistics are portrayed favorably. The family-run nature of the facility and the RN owner create an impression of personal accountability and integrated management. Reviewers also note the facility’s willingness to arrange transportation, which is a practical advantage for residents who need offsite medical appointments or errands. These operational strengths complement the caregiving strengths and suggest the facility is set up to handle both day-to-day needs and occasional logistical challenges.

    Cost is the principal and nearly sole negative theme. Multiple reviewers mention that the facility is expensive and that there are extra charges or fees beyond the base price. This is a clear, specific concern: families should expect a higher-than-average price point and should inquire carefully about which services are included versus billed separately. No other systemic problems (such as cleanliness issues, poor staff behavior, or medical neglect) are reported in these summaries; the negatives are limited to affordability and fee transparency.

    In summary, the reviews paint Golden Coast Senior Living #2 as a well-run, clean, and caring small facility with professional oversight and attentive staff who deliver measurable benefits to residents. It appears particularly strong at personalized caregiving, accommodating medical/dietary needs (notably for dialysis patients), and providing practical supports such as transportation. The dominant caveat is cost: prospective residents and families should be prepared for a high price point and ask for clear explanations of extra charges. Overall, for those who can afford it and value a family-run facility with RN oversight and hands-on caregivers, the reviews indicate Golden Coast Senior Living #2 is a very favorable option compared with at least one previously used facility.

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    About Golden Coast Senior Living #2

    Golden Coast Senior Living #2 sits in Mission Viejo, California, in a single-story country cottage that's bright and welcoming, and when you go out back you'll find large gardens, which is nice because some folks like fresh air and time outside, and it's pet-friendly too which is good for people who want their animals nearby. This place has a license as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) with room for six residents, and it's run by Usha Villarreal, Michelle, Carissa, and Michael, who keep it family operated and focus on making daily life honest and comfortable. You'll get support with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and there are skilled nurse visits from a home health agency, with things like physical, occupational, and speech therapy if the doctor says you need them, plus X-rays and blood work handled by outside folks and billed to your insurance, and even podiatrists come by every six days. Meals are provided, including vegetarian ones, and they pay extra attention to nutrition, hydration, and healthy elimination because you want to keep feeling your best, and if you need hospice or dementia care they've got the waivers and training for that too, which means moving through different stages of care is a bit smoother here. Residents have several choices when it comes to rooms, all with private baths, and there are indoor and outdoor common areas where people can socialize, take part in activities, or just relax, which helps keep everybody active mentally, physically, and socially. The staff are known for being friendly and helpful-folks say there's always a joyful feeling in the air-and they've even won awards for best activities and excellence in senior living, although you notice that what really matters is their honest, caring attention, which goes a long way. The home's wheelchair accessible, including showers, and there's parking for residents as well as transportation at cost, so people can still get out if they want to. There's Wi-Fi, so family can stay in touch and people can watch what they like online, and pet policies mean you don't have to give up your companion just because you've moved. Golden Coast Senior Living #2 is close to hospitals, shopping, and senior centers, making it easier if you need to get out for an appointment or two, and with 11 homes in Orange County, the operators have some experience handling all sorts of needs-it's a place that pays attention to the little things, keeps things simple, and makes life a bit less stressful for both residents and their families.

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